Best friend demands recovery for bridesmaid role

Hailey Welch's journey to recovery from bulimia took a significant turn when her best friend, Brighton, told her she could not be a bridesmaid unless she stopped her eating disorder. This firm request motivated Welch to commit to healing. Welch, 24, has struggled with bulimia since she was 18. After a difficult period, she began to reclaim her relationship with food and found support from her girlfriend. She has started a small cookie business and is actively working on her recovery. Recently, after eight months of progress, Brighton proposed to Welch with a thoughtful gift, officially inviting her to be a bridesmaid. Welch views this moment as a proud milestone in her recovery journey and aims to inspire others facing similar challenges.